HNC/HTQ in Construction Management for England (Site Supervisor)

Construction Management for England (2023) | BTEC Higher Nationals | Pearson qualifications

This course is aimed at those wishing to further their academic qualifications and enhance their career opportunities in the Construction Industry. The purpose of Pearson BTEC Higher Nationals in Construction Management for England is to develop students as professional, self-reflecting individuals able to meet the demands of employers and adapt to a constantly changing world. The qualifications also aim to widen access to higher education.

All applicants are individually assessed on their qualifications, skills and experience. You should have the desire to further your career in the Construction Industry and hold either a Level 3 NVQ Diploma or BTEC Level 3 Diploma in Construction, a BTEC National Award or A Levels or equivalent. Applicants should have GCSE Maths and English (or equivalent). If the applicant has the necessary experience within professional roles but not the appropriate qualification(s), then this will be assessed on evidence of work history.

Pearson BTEC Higher Nationals are designed to provide a specialist vocational programme, linked to professional body requirements and National Occupational Standards. They offer a strong, sector-related emphasis on the development of requisite skills, knowledge and understanding.

The qualification provides a thorough grounding in the key concepts required in their sector and their national recognition by employers allows direct progression to employment. A typical progression path for Pearson BTEC HNC students is to an honours degree programme, depending on the match of the Pearson BTEC Higher National units to the degree programme in question. Typical degrees at UCEM and University of Wolverhampton in Construction-related disciplines should allow access to the second year of that course.

The course will include the following units:

Year one

• Unit 2: Construction Technology
• Unit 4: The Construction Environment
• Unit 5: Legal & Statutory Requirements in Construction
• Unit 11: Financial Management & Business Practices in Construction 

Year two

• Unit 1: Construction Design Project
• Unit 6: Digital Applications for Construction Information
• Unit 7: Surveying, Measuring & Setting out
• Unit 20: Site Supervision & Operations

Your work will be continually assessed throughout the course. The assessment will depend upon the particular module being studied. Typical assessments include assignments, reports, phase tests, group and individual projects, presentations and case studies. Please refer to Construction Management for England (2023) | BTEC Higher Nationals | Pearson qualifications for this course.

Additional costs include a full or partial contribution to any trips, the cost will vary depending on the details of the trip. You will be required to purchase your own scientific calculator, scale rule, protective footwear (for visits) and your own personal device (laptop recommended) for internet access and CAD practice away from College (AutoCAD & other software provided).

You can apply online via the APPLY NOW button. If after reading this factsheet you are still undecided, please drop into one of our Advice Events, ring Admissions on 01743 653111 or email This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.